**Game Context**
As the
National League season approaches its thrilling climax,
HC Lausanne and
Fribourg Gotteron are set to square off on April 3, 2025. This matchup could prove pivotal for both teams as they battle for a higher spot in the standings. With a storied history of 81 games between them, this latest encounter promises to add another exciting chapter to their rivalry.
**Roster Rundown**
HC Lausanne's squad is powered by a blend of experience and youthful energy. Ahti Oksanen, the Finnish forward, has been a consistent threat on the ice, showcasing his knack for finding the back of the net with 18 goals this season. Lukas Frick, a defensive stalwart, has been crucial at both ends, contributing not only with solid defense but also chipping in 12 assists. Tim Bozon, with his 15 goals, adds to their offensive firepower, while the young goalie, Kevin Pasche, has been rock-solid between the pipes with a save percentage of .915. Lausanne will be missing the influential Michael Raffl and Joel Genazzi, both sidelined with injuries.
Fribourg Gotteron boasts key players like Marcus Sorensen, whose 20 goals this season make him an offensive cornerstone. Jacob de La Rose has been pivotal in shutting down opponents' top lines, while Raphael Diaz's leadership on the blue line has been invaluable. Reto Berra, the veteran goalie with a .920 save percentage, provides a dependable last line of defense. However, they’ll be without Loic Galley and Yannick Rathgeb, both crucial components of their lineup.
**Head-to-Head**
The rivalry between
HC Lausanne and
Fribourg Gotteron stretches back to 2005, with Gotteron holding a slight edge in their 81 encounters.
Fribourg Gotteron has emerged victorious 42 times, while Lausanne has celebrated 39 wins. This season, Lausanne managed a narrow victory, winning 1-0 and a thrilling 3-2 win in their last two meetings.
**Recent Form**
HC Lausanne has experienced a mixed bag of results recently. They suffered two consecutive losses to
Fribourg Gotteron (0-1 and 2-3) but bounced back with a commanding 6-2 win against Tigers Langenau. Another loss to Tigers Langenau (3-2) was followed by a 4-1 victory in their most recent outing.
Fribourg Gotteron, on the other hand, has also faced inconsistent results. After losing to Lausanne twice (0-1 and 2-3), they registered a convincing 4-1 win over Bern. However, their form dipped again with back-to-back losses to Bern (3-4 and 3-2).
**Wrap-Up**
With both teams trading blows in recent games against each other, the upcoming match holds significant weight. Lausanne’s offense is spearheaded by Oksanen and Bozon, while Frick's defensive contributions will be key. Pasche's goaltending will be tested by Fribourg’s Sorensen and Diaz. Fribourg’s defensive discipline with de La Rose needs to be on display. Both teams missing key players could be a deciding factor.
**Summary**
In a matchup that’s too close to call, expect both squads to come out with full intensity. Lausanne will rely heavily on their scoring depth, while
Fribourg Gotteron will look to exploit any defensive lapses. With both sides having tasted recent victories and defeats, the momentum could swing either way. A hard-fought contest looms large, and it’s anyone’s guess who'll skate off with the win.
Match Odds HC Lausanne – Fribourg Gotteron
Leon's odds are 1.96 on HC Lausanne triumphing at home.
At this moment our odds are equal to 3.48 on Fribourg Gotteron visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 4.12.
